Use an Equation to Solve the Problem $617 \mathrm{ft}$ , Which Is About

Multiple Choice

Use an equation to solve the problem.
-The height of the tallest building in Anne's home town is $617 \mathrm{ft}$ , which is about $233 \mathrm{ft}$ taller than the tallest building in Laurie's home town. What is the height of the tallest building in Laurie's home town?

A) $384 \mathrm{ft}$
B) $850 \mathrm{ft}$
C) $497 \mathrm{ft}$
D) $233 \mathrm{ft}$